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Opal Restaurant and Bar vs The Lark
Both Opal Restaurant and Bar and The Lark are rated very highly by experts. Overall, The Lark ranks significantly higher than Opal Restaurant and Bar. The Lark is ranked #1 in Santa Barbara with praise from 5 sources including Gayot, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Opal Restaurant and Bar
Concierge
Gayot
1325 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $10 /night
Concierge
"The always-packed Opal is known for its eclectic world-influenced cuisine and extensive wine list, with 300 vintages and 30 wines served by the glass."
Gayot
13.0
"Opal offers eclectic, wine-friendly California cuisine in the heart of Santa Barbara's downtown theater district."
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The Lark
Gayot
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
The Infatuation
Zagat
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131 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101
From $0 /night
Gayot
14.0
"Seasonally inspired fare in Santa Barbara's trendy Funk Zone."
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Fodor's
"Shared dining—small plates and larger—and a seasonal menu showcasing local ingredients are the focus at this urban-chic restaurant."
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Afar Magazine
"The Lark is a hit for its locally sourced shared plates such as brussels sprouts with dates, pork belly with a bourbon and peach glaze and grilled octopus with roasted cauliflower and sea beans."
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The Infatuation
"A massive, modern restaurant in a former fish market...smack in the heart of the Funk Zone, The Lark is the pride and joy of Santa Barbara."
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But it’s here, in Santa Barbara, and still one of the hardest reservations in town. Plan ahead.
Zagat
"This moderately priced Santa Barbara New American sits in a former fish market between the docks and the train station."
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